This enemy always fails miserably when he meets a woman dressed for the occasion. Living the gospel helps us to remember what we learn. This spiritual symbolism is especially significant in the book of mormon because it repeatedly depicts how armies won or lost military. As members of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints, we believe. Jacob 5 is the longest chapter in the book of mormon. After reading, explain to the family that everyone will be helping to make the armor of god. The author quotes the scriptures along with prophets. And now behold, i ask of you, my brethren of the church, 1 have ye spiritually been born of god. The mormon church distributes free copies of the king james version of the bible and the book of mormon. Rather, the symbolic value of armor can be seen in a number of its passages, and in some cases, the spiritual attributes associated with specific pieces of armor are similar to those developed in ancient israelite warfare, as well as in ephesians 6 and doctrine and covenants 27. Wherefore, lift up your hearts and rejoice, and gird up your. Put on the whole armour of god, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. In the wilderness, brian has time to ponder the book of mormon and use it to help solve the problems in his life. This year i decided to pick putting on the armor of god as an area of focus for my family.
Dec 18, 2007 the mormon church distributes free copies of the king james version of the bible and the book of mormon. The armor of god, more than a mere biblical description of the believers inventory, is a godgiven action plan to the beleiver for putting on gods protection while developing a personalized strategy to secure victory. In the book of mormon, the warriors used shields to protect them from the swords, spears, arrows, and other weapons of their foes. Posted in armor of god, book of mormon lessons 2125 tagged activities, armor of god, book of mormon, family home evening, games, lamanites, lesson 25, moroni, primary, teaching children, zerahemnah 10 comments. Jan 01, 2015 the armor of god bible study book book. Errors of mormonism by keith piper but though we, or an angel from heaven, preach any other gospel unto you than that which we have preached unto you, let him be accursed. Nov 02, 2017 although many students of the scriptures are familiar with the armor of god themes found in ephesians 6 and also doctrine and covenants 27, they may not recognize that the book of mormon also contains of a number of spiritual or symbolic references to armor. The phrase armor of god is derived from ephesians 6. Assign someone to read the scripture in doctrine and covenants 27. Stand therefore, having your loins girt about with truth, and having on the breastplate of righteousness. Dare to do right childrens songbook, 158 sheet music.
Tvedtnes, rod and sword as the word of god, journal of book of mormon studies 52 fall 1996. Kapp many readers of the book of mormon are familiar with these three striking questions from alma the younger, recorded in alma chapter 5, verse 14 and now behold, i ask of you, my brethren of the church, 1 have ye spiritually been born of god. The scriptures use a powerful illustration to teach us how to protect ourselves in the battle against evil. The lds church teaches members from childhood to rely upon feeling the spirit to confirm truth, promoting a personal connection to god which stems from its uniquely powerful priesthoodconferred gift of the spirit. Cramer quotes, the devil is a dirty fighter, and we must be aware of his tactics. This spiritual symbolism is especially significant in the book of mormon because it repeatedly depicts how armies won or. Smith, they will say, translated the book of mormon from golden plates he dug up in a hill in new york in the early 1800s. Armor of god archives teaching children the gospel. If youre not familiar with this book, it is a companion to the book of mormon and. Of course you must do this with sincerity, or it wont work.
This has been a great book in helping me more clearly understand and teach my family this great gospel doctrine. The armor of god gospel doctrine supplement meridian magazine. What can you do every day to keep your spirit safe and happy. These connections demonstrate that armorofgod themes are not absent from the book of mormon. The armor of god the church of jesus christ of latterday saints. The phrase armor of god, has been ingrained into the mormon culture ever since i was a deacon and it probably goes back many generations. Kapp many readers of the book of mormon are familiar with these three striking questions from alma the younger, recorded in alma chapter 5, verse 14. Put on the whole armor of god, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. The lord then presented a number of spiritual attributes and blessings associated with specific pieces of armor. Take upon yourself the whole armor of god byu speeches.
In the scriptures we learn that we are engaged in a battle against evil and that we must protect ourselves if we are to be victorious see ephesians 6. The purports to be a digital version of the original 1830 book of mormon. But if we do, we will be able to withstand satans attacks. When mormon missionaries properly called latter day saints or simply lds come to your door, they will often offer a free copy of the book of mormon and tell you about its author, joseph smith. Our sacrament meeting focused on the book of mormon, which is also the topic of the next general conference talk im supposed to blog about, gods compelling witness. And your feet shod with the preparation of the gospel of peace. This high relief coin incorporates two soldiers on one side male and female clothed in each piece of armor described in ephesians 6 surrounded by put on the whole armor of god and the declaration standing firm in faith. Before you fall to your knees, there are some things you need to know that they are not telling you and wont unless you ask. Armor of god great protection for families mormon family. With pauls great wisdom we can all withstand the evil of the day. The armor of god gospel doctrine supplement meridian. They wore armor for protection in battle, but they received their strength and faith from their mothers, who taught them to put on the whole armor of god. In the book of mormon, the warriors used shields to protect them.
They take some of the armor, but forget one or two parts of the suitand pay an eternal price for their neglect. Apr 10, 2001 the next item of protection in the armor of god is taking the shield of faith. Now, i could talk about the evidence president callister put forth for proving the book of mormon, or rather, the evidence he said would be necessary to disprove it, but. Whole armor of god is a new card game for kids that will be available this fall from covenant communications. He says, but this much i can tell you, that if ye do not watch yourselves, and your thoughts, and your words, and your deeds, and observe the commandments of god, and continue in the faith of what ye have heard concerning the. Book of mormon is the word of god audio cassette december 1, 1991 by benson author see all formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Church leaders and missionaries often instruct members and investigators of the religion that once they confirm through prayer that the book of mormon is true, they can then know that joseph smith was a true prophet of god, which naturally means the lds church is christs one true church. To ciadia supernazi danite dallin oaks, mormon church of. The book of mormon is the word of god ezra taft benson. Early in his career as prophet, seer, and revelator of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints, smith wrote the book of mormon, which he claimed to be the fullness of the everlasting gospel. Therefore, take up the full armor of god, so that you will be able to resist in the evil day, and having done everything, to stand firm.
As a biblical reference, the metaphor may refer to physical armour worn by god in metaphorical battles, or it may refer to vigilant righteousness in general as. Put on the whole armour of god, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil ephesians 6. What makes the book of mormon s references to armor so powerful is that they are not just casual. Odds are, youll feel him tell you that the book of mormon is true, and once you have that witness, any further evidence is unnecessary. In this fastpaced card game, youll exercise your faith to earn pieces of armor and more actions to play. The wrath of jehovah god is upon you, mormon church of satan. But since we are of the day, let us be sober, having put on the breastplate of faith and love, and as a.
Jun 21, 2004 put on the whole armor of god, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. When we study the scriptures and pray, its like we put on armor that helps keep us safe. Necia starr church bible teachings bible scriptures faith bible salvation scriptures helmet of salvation prayer of salvation armor of god spiritual warfare prayer warrior. God s word is the best evidence anyone could ever hope for. Although many students of the scriptures are familiar with the armorofgod themes found in ephesians 6 and also doctrine and covenants 27, they may not recognize that the book of mormon also contains of a number of spiritual or symbolic references to armor.
See more ideas about lds quotes, church quotes and spiritual quotes. Mormon church of satans fig tree marketplace for naive jehovahs and fake jehovahs witnesses. I do not know what the printed version looks like, but the digital version is simply a reformatted copy of the current book of mormon complete with chapter headings, verse numbers each verse is in fact numbered twice. Choose the right way childrens songbook, 160 music. As a biblical reference, the metaphor may refer to physical armour worn by god in metaphorical battles, or it may refer to vigilant righteousness in general as bestowed by the grace of god romans. Do you know which piece of armor is most often overlooked. This book teaches you of the tactics the devil uses. Imagine a full body of armor as we would see back from the middle ages. With all the wars found in the book of mormon, battle armor provides the perfect analogy for protecting. Moreover, obedience ensures us of the guidance and protection of the holy spirit. Church leaders and missionaries often instruct members and investigators of the religion that once they confirm through prayer that the book of mormon is true, they can then. For your free copy of the bible, go to free holy bible and for a free book of mormon, go to free book of mormon. The other side displays the individual pieces of armor and their scriptural description and reference ephesians 6. Jan 02, 2020 next will come the invitation to read the book of mormon, pray, and ask god to show you it is true.
Select a family member to be the model who will be wearing the armor of god. We may forget at times but one thing is true this world is a. In 1999, the article was read by lloyd newell for the farms audiotape series pressing forward with the book of mormon. If we obey holy laws, we will take upon ourselves the whole armour of god and we will be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. Oct 24, 20 a righteous king from the book of mormon a companion book of scripture to the bible warns us to watch our thoughts. Jul 28, 2014 11 put on the whole armour of god, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. For 2 to 4 players, the object of the game is to be the first to put on all 6 pieces of the armor of god. This is a comprehensive defense strategy, and we have to pay attention to all parts of this armor god offers.
A righteous king from the book of mormon a companion book of scripture to the bible warns us to watch our thoughts. See lesson 26 and 27 in book of mormonprimary 4 manual. I myself was one of the naive, when fig tree marketplace used to be stoops manufacturing, in aurora, missouri. What does the book of mormon say about the armor of god. A prayer to put on the armor of god by debbie mcdaniel do not be afraid of them. Wednesday, december 17, 2014 christmas in the book of mormon. The armor of god the scriptures use a powerful illustration to teach us how to protect ourselves in the battle against evil. I do not know what the printed version looks like, but the digital version is simply a reformatted copy of the current book of mormoncomplete with chapter headings, verse numbers each verse is in fact numbered twice. Mar 11, 2018 make sure god is welcome in your life, then ask him what he says about the book of mormon. Oct 07, 2019 ether states book of mormon, page 546 that the last king coriantumr was pursued by the rebel shiz eastward, even to the borders of the sea shore, and in a later campaign he fled to the waters of ripliancum, which, by interpretation, is large, or to exceed all, where a battle was fought in which coriantumr was victorious. Wherefore take unto you the whole armor of god that ye may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand. I promise that if you study the book of mormon every day you will make better decisions every day. In football, the quarterback has an offensive line that forms a pocket in front of him to shield him from the opponents. Put on the whole armor of god, that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil.
The next item of protection in the armor of god is taking the shield of faith. The armor of god bible study book by priscilla shirer. How can the book of mormon, allegedly written around 570 bc, quote word for word from the new testament of the king james bible, not written until 1611 ad. If youre not familiar with this book, it is a companion to the book of mormon and contains modern revelation given to joseph smith during the 1800s. Go from a seed of faith to a fullfledged spiritual warrior status. Put on the full armor of god, so that you will be able to stand firm against the schemes of the devil. In it are passages that proclaim there is only one god and that god cant change. The armor of god ebook provides historically accurate images and descriptions of a roman centurions armor, then draws important correlations to gods spiritual armor. Ether states book of mormon, page 546 that the last king coriantumr was pursued by the rebel shiz eastward, even to the borders of the sea shore, and in a later campaign he fled to the waters of ripliancum, which, by interpretation, is large, or to exceed all, where a battle was fought in which coriantumr was victorious.
Above all, taking the shield of faith, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts. Price new from used from audio, cassette, december 1, 1991 please retry. You might say that satan desires you and will do anything to get you. Wherefore take unto you the whole armour of god, that ye may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand.
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